Director, Strategic Sourcing

Nextracker Inc.

86d • $190,000 - $220,000

About The Position

The Director, Strategic Sourcing (Mechanical) is a global leadership role responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for Nextracker’s tracker systems, foundation equipment, and robotics (PV inspection). This position ensures innovation, resilience, and cost competitiveness across a global supply chain to support Nextracker’s growth and customer commitments worldwide. The role requires deep expertise in mechanical sourcing, supplier development, and global team leadership.

Requirements

• 20+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, or supply chain, with extensive focus on mechanical parts such as tools, fasteners, gearboxes, dampers, actuators, sheet metal, enclosures, castings, tools, equipment, electro-mechanical parts and related assemblies.
• Proven global leadership experience managing both supplier bases and teams across multiple regions.
• Deep knowledge of mechanical manufacturing processes (forging, casting, machining, sheet metal, automation, robotics assemblies).
• Demonstrated ability to drive cost reduction, supplier innovation, and supply chain resilience at scale.
• Skilled negotiator with strong analytical capability, business acumen, creativity, and effective communication skills.
• High degree of autonomy, accountability, and ability to lead change in complex, fast-paced environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in solar, renewable energy, industrial equipment, heavy machinery, automotive, or robotics sectors.
• Track record in sourcing for new product introduction (NPI) and scaling new technologies.
• Strong familiarity with digital procurement and supply chain systems (ERP, PLM, supplier collaboration platforms).
• Willingness to travel up to 30% (Asia, EU, and within the US).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for mechanical components across trackers, foundation equipment, and robotics, aligned with organizational objectives.
• Build and manage a resilient, cost-competitive, and innovative global supply base through supplier identification, evaluation, and strategic partnerships.
• Negotiate contracts and long-term agreements that drive value, quality, and on-time delivery, while protecting Nextracker’s strategic and financial interests.
• Partner closely with engineering, operations, quality, R&D, and new product introduction teams to align sourcing with product roadmaps, technical requirements, and quality standards.
• Drive innovation and cost competitiveness through supplier collaboration, value engineering, and advanced manufacturing processes.
• Leverage digital tools, data analytics, and market intelligence to optimize sourcing decisions, total cost of ownership, and supply chain resilience.
• Proactively manage supplier performance (cost, quality, delivery, engineering support) with clear metrics, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Anticipate and mitigate risks including supply chain disruptions, tariffs/trade policy, quality issues, financial instability, and geopolitical dynamics.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and sustainability/ESG requirements, while promoting supplier diversity and responsible sourcing practices.
• Monitor global market trends, technologies, and emerging supply models to keep Nextracker ahead of industry shifts.
• Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing global sourcing team; foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
• Set clear performance goals, measure outcomes, and provide regular feedback to ensure team and organizational success.

Benefits

• Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons.
• The annual salary range for this position is $190,000 to $220,000.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees